Strategic Science Fellow: Fusion, AI & Discovery

Princeton University; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 96,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) seeks exceptional postdoctoral researchers to join as Associate Research Scientists and contribute to PPPL strategic priorities, opening new research directions at our national laboratory.

Successful fellows will lead, publish, present and disseminate impactful research, collaborating with PPPL scientists and international partners on fusion science, AI/ML, materials and discovery plasma topics.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated technical and scientific excellence.
• High-quality publication record.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and lead where appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Lead, publish, present and disseminate innovative and impactful research results relevant to PPPL’s mission.
• Collaborate with PPPL researchers and national/international partners on priority research areas.

Skills

Technical excellence

Publication record

Communication skills

Teamwork

Leadership potential

Strategic thinking

Education

PhD in plasma physics

PhD in fusion science or related field

Job description

The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) seeks exceptional postdoctoral researchers to join as Associate Research Scientists and contribute to PPPL strategic priorities, opening new research directions at our national laboratory.

Successful fellows will lead, publish, present and disseminate impactful research, collaborating with PPPL scientists and international partners on fusion science, AI/ML, materials and discovery plasma topics.